Balanus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the family Balanidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The balanus is a type of barnacle commonly found in marine environments.
- Fossil evidence of the balanus has been used to study ancient ocean currents and ecosystems.
- Marine biologists often study the balanus to understand the biology and behavior of barnacles.
- The balanus is characterized by its distinctive calcareous shell and filtering appendages.
- Research on the balanus has contributed to a greater understanding of its role in marine ecosystems.